Seanad debates

Thursday, 21 April 2005

  • Prelude (0 speeches)
    Chuaigh an Cathaoirleach i gceannas ar 10.30 a.m.
  • Order of Business. (40 speeches)
    The Order of Business is No. 1, statements on accident and emergency services, to be taken on the conclusion of the Order of Business and to conclude not later than 1.30 p.m., with the...
  • Accident and Emergency Services: Statements. (58 speeches)
    I am delighted to be in the Seanad to discuss accident and emergency services but first I wish to apologise for being late. I was under the impression I was due here five minutes or so later.

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Seanad Éireann is the upper house of the Oireachtas. Within 90 days of its being passed by the Dáil, the Seanad may propose amendments, reject or pass a Bill. The Dáil has the power to over-ride the Seanad's rejection of a Bill. If the Bill is a 'Money Bill' and relates to government spending, the Seanad has only 21 days to consider the Bill and may not make amendments. The Seanad consists of 60 members known as Senators. They are not elected by universal franchise; you can read about the Seanad's composition here.